![Mankwe Tented Retreat redefines the art of simple luxury with its effortless design and quintessential bushveld retreat-style architecture. It’s not only Mankwe’s fresh take on bushveld living that is a major drawcard: it’s also the price tag. It’s no secret that finding a stylish yet affordable Botswana safari lodge close to Moremi can be as […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/Mankwe-Team-Drinks-370x275.jpg "Stylish and Affordable Botswana Safari Lodge Close to Moremi")
Stylish and Affordable Botswana Safari Lodge Close to Moremi
Mankwe Tented Retreat redefines the art of simple luxury with its effortless design and quintessential bushveld retreat-style architecture. It’s not only Mankwe’s fresh take on bushveld living that is a[…]
![Warick Wrede, one of the managers of nThambo Tree Camp, furnished us with a sightings update from the Klaserie. In his post below, he reminds us of the Vuyela’s history and bloodline. These lions are no stranger to the nThambo and Africa on Foot traverse, and provide fairly consistent sightings. Warick’s update is below. Let […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/Vuyela-lion-Klaserie-370x275.jpg "nThambo’s Warick Talks Lion Sightings in the Klaserie")
![Situated on the edge of a gorge in Zambia, is the inimitable Taita Falcon Lodge. Taita’s claim-to-fame is its mesmerising views of the famous Bakota Gorge and its dramatic surroundings. Although Taita is secluded, it’s also conveniently located a short distance away from the world-renown Victoria Falls. With its vast viewing platform, open-air bar and […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/TaitaFalconBar-370x275.jpg "An Interview with Taita Falcon Lodge")
![Over the past year, our frequency of blog posts took a nosedive. But now we’re back, and we owe everyone a bulk load of updates from the camps and destinations within our coveted portfolio. In addition to picking up where we left off with blogging, we’ve updated our blog with a fresh look. To kick […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/VuyelaLions-370x275.jpg "#DirectorsChair: Vuyela Male Lions")
![Now is the perfect time for South Africans and SADC residents to take advantage of the myriad of safari specials on offer from Sun Destinations. Just because we’ve lowered our rate for locals, doesn’t mean we’ve lowered our standards! We still offer stellar hospitality, a range of amenities, world-class guiding, and immersive safari activities. It’s […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/UmkumbeLodge-370x275.jpg "Southern Africa & Kruger Safari Specials for Locals from R2500")
![It’s the start of Sun Destinations #AfricaTravelTuesdays and we’re excited to launch our very first guest feature in the form of a visual safari blog, provided by UK photographer Meg Donati. In today’s blog, Meg talks about the nThambo Tree Camp guest experience, covering each and every aspect of her stay last year, from her […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/nthamboblog10-370x275.jpg "#AfricaTravel | Meg Donati Tells All In Her Safari Blog")
![The bustling hubs of city centres are in a comatose state. Industry has come to a stand still and human beings have retreated into their enclaves to comply with government lockdown rules. Across the world, one thing has become evident : Human beings are battling, but nature is recovering. The natural world is a choir […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/WIPChacmaImpala-370x275.jpg "The Week in Pictures : Wide Open Spaces")
![Governments around the world are imposing stringent measures to stem the spread of the coronavirus. The travel industry is facing many challenges when it comes to this global pandemic. Communities are thwarting large events, and choosing to self-isolate to prevent further escalation of this worldwide pandemic. Today it’s our job to provide fodder for your […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/WIPnThamboElephantsSunsets-370x275.jpg "The Week in Pictures : Images to Ogle Over During Isolation")
![This week we’re celebrating Women’s Day by showcasing our female photographers’ images of the wild. The bushveld is rife with powerful females paving the way for the younger generations. Elephants are raised in matrilineal herds comprising all related females born into leadership positions, lionesses are protective over their pride yet they are powerful and ruthless […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/WIPShirellWalkers-370x275.jpg "The Week in Pictures : Girl Power. In Celebration of Women’s Day.")
![For travellers looking to induce some travel envy on their Instagram timelines, nothing beats the African bush. At Chacma Bush Camp in the Greater Kruger there are five particularly Insta-worthy locations that will have your followers swooning. The private and secluded Maseke Balule Game Reserve boasts some of the most staggering views in the whole […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/ChacmaSteenbok-370x275.jpg "Five Insta-worthy Spots at Chacma Bush Camp")